Applications
Industries & Applications
JABIL solid tyres and wheels are used across a wide range of industrial sectors. Find the right product for your working environment.
Warehouse & Logistics
Fast-moving warehouse and distribution centre operations place demanding requirements on tyres. Forklifts operate for extended shifts on smooth concrete, often in confined spaces with frequent turning. JABIL solid tyres for warehouse use are engineered for low rolling resistance, stability under load, and long service life on hard-floor surfaces.
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Key Considerations:
- High cycle frequency demands long tyre life
- Indoor use — non-marking options often preferred
- Smooth concrete flooring
- Counterbalance and reach truck applications
Ports & Container Terminals
Port environments involve heavy loads, long distances, and mixed surfaces — from concrete quayside to asphalt and gravel. Equipment such as terminal tractors, empty container handlers, and side-loaders require tyres that can sustain heavy loads at higher speeds. Our OTR and heavy forklift solid tyres are selected for port applications requiring durability and resistance to cutting and abrasion.
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Key Considerations:
- Heavy loads (up to 45 tonnes)
- Mixed surface conditions
- Higher speed operation (16–26 km/h)
- Exposure to debris and sharp edges
Cold Storage & Freezer Warehouses
Cold chain environments present specific challenges for rubber compounds. Temperatures below -10°C can cause standard rubber to harden, crack, and fail prematurely. JABIL offers low-temperature compound options suitable for cold storage forklifts, rated for sustained operation in freezer environments down to -25°C.
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Key Considerations:
- Low-temperature compound required below -10°C
- Non-marking preferred in food environments
- Transition between cold and ambient areas
- Potential condensation on tyres
Food, Beverage & Pharmaceutical
Regulated manufacturing environments in food processing, beverage production, and pharmaceutical facilities require tyres that do not mark or contaminate floors. JABIL non-marking solid tyres use specially formulated white or grey compounds that leave no black residue on smooth or polished floor surfaces.
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Key Considerations:
- Non-marking compound essential
- Smooth, polished concrete or tile flooring
- Hygiene requirements
- Counterbalance and electric forklift applications
Construction & Telehandlers
Construction site terrain is among the most demanding for industrial tyres — sharp stone, debris, uneven ground, and heavy loads. Solid OTR tyres eliminate puncture risk entirely. JABIL's construction-grade solid tyres feature deep lug tread patterns for traction and extra-thick rubber for cut and chip resistance.
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Key Considerations:
- Puncture-proof is the primary requirement
- Deep lug tread for traction
- High cut and chip resistance
- Ability to carry heavy loads on rough terrain
Aerial Work Platforms (AWP)
Scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other aerial work platforms require specialised solid tyres that provide stability at height. The tyre's footprint and compound affect the platform's stability rating. JABIL produces solid tyres for AWP applications in both indoor smooth-tread and outdoor lug-tread configurations, with non-marking and anti-static compound options.
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Key Considerations:
- Wide footprint for platform stability
- Non-marking for indoor use
- Anti-static option for sensitive environments
- Smooth vs. lug tread depending on surface
Manufacturing & Assembly Plants
Internal transport in manufacturing plants typically involves electric forklifts, tow tractors, and order pickers running intensive shift patterns. Tyre reliability and predictable wear rates are important for planned maintenance schedules. JABIL solid tyres are designed for consistent performance across long operational periods.
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Key Considerations:
- Intensive shift operation
- Maintenance schedule compatibility
- Indoor hard-floor surface
- Multiple equipment types
Airports & Ground Support
Airport ground support equipment — including baggage tractors, catering trucks, and aircraft towbars — operate on paved surfaces with limited tolerance for debris or tyre failure. JABIL solid tyres eliminate puncture downtime and provide the stability and load capacity needed for ground support operations.
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Key Considerations:
- Zero puncture tolerance
- Clean appearance on airside
- Smooth and paved surface
- Reliability over convenience
Not Sure Which Product is Right for Your Application?
Describe your equipment, working environment, and load requirements — our technical team will advise on the right tyre selection.